by Mary Beard
First published 2024
Mary Beard joins ten other women to examine what democracy means when nearly half the world heads to voting booths. The collection brings together leaders, philosophers, historians, writers and activists who see 2024 as both an unprecedented chance for change and a moment of serious threat. These contributors trace democracy from its ancient beginnings to present dangers. Women lead the battle for democratic rights while facing the greatest risk when those rights vanish. Each writer offers her perspective on how democratic systems can strengthen societies. The book presents a shared vision for building a better future together. Beard and her fellow contributors argue that democracy holds unique power to transform communities when citizens engage with its possibilities.
Genres: political-science, politics, non-fiction, 21st-century, activism, academic, american-history
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: call-to-action, shared-vision
Period: 2024
144 pages · Paperback · IPS - Profile Books